Misericordia adult student orientation

1. Misericordia University’s
Adult Student Orientation

2. e-MU | emu.misericordia.edu
e-MU is Misericordia’s Online Communication Network
Type in your Username and Password Here

3. Use e-MU to:
Access Misericordia email
Get Campus News
Login to Blackboard, Oasis
Learn about Student Services

4. The Center for Adult and Continuing Education
at Misericordia University
133 Mercy Hall
570-674-1225

5. Center for Adult and Continuing Education Tab on e-MU
Important Announcements
Course Schedules
Drop/Add/Withdrawal
Procedures
Classroom Locations
Textbook Ordering
Grants & Awards Info
Resource Guide for
Adult Students
Academic Calendar
Click the CACE Tab to Access:

6. Oasis is your Student Information Hub
Click the Oasis icon to see:
 Semester Grades
 Student Billing Information
 Registration for Classes…
When you access Oasis this is
what you’ll see (below)

7. Register for Classes Online
1. Log into e-MU
2. Click on the OASIS Icon
3. Click on Registration Process
4. Click on the drop box to make sure
the correct semester is listed
5. Click Continue
6. Enter:
Department Code
Catalog Number
Section Number
For example: BUS 107 J1
7. Click Submit
Click Here to Register!

8. My Courses Tab on e-MU
Click directly on the myCourses tab to access the courses you
are registered for in a particular semester. Click a course to
view information posted by your instructor including the class
syllabus, assignments, and more.

9. Expressway Accelerated Program
The Quickest Way to
a Bachelor’s Degree
Click the CACE tab to access
information about the
Expressway Program

10. Blackboard
Online Learning System
1. Login to e-MU.
2. Under LaunchPad, click the
Blackboard Icon.
You will be directed your
Blackboard home page.

11. Blackboard Orientation

12. Expressway Course Class Participation Requirements
(can be worth 20-40% of your final grade)
 Class attendance
 Class interaction
 Advance preparation to respond to questions
 Sharing relevant materials with the class
 Good command of the English language
 Exhibition of interest in class discussions
 Mastery of and understanding of the facts and
theories presented

13. Five Week Classes
 100% prior to 2nd class
 60% prior to 3rd class
 No refund after 3rd class
 Last day to withdraw: 4th class
Expressway Drop/Add, Refund and
Withdrawal Schedule

14. Expressway Drop/Add, Refund and
Withdrawal Schedule
Online/Seven Week Classes
 100% during the 1st week
 70% during the 2nd week
 60% during the 3rd week
 40% during the 4th week
 No refund/withdrawal after the 4th week

15. Referral Program
 1st Referral + 6 credits= $25 MU Bookstore Gift Certificate
 2nd Referral + 6 credits= $50 MU Bookstore Gift Certificate
 3rd Referral + 6 credits= $150 Graduation Fee Waived!
To request a form, please contact Kevin Feifer at 570-674-3021

16. Click the MU Library Link to access books, databases,
periodicals, and other online research materials through
the Mary Kintz Bevevino Library.
MKB Library
570-674-6231

17. Misericordia University
offers online tutoring
that is simple, fast, and
always available
through our academic
partner, Smarthinking.
With Smarthinking
You Can:
Connect With a Tutor
Submit your Writing
Submit a Question

18. Textbooks for Classes at Misericordia University

19. CACE Programs and Services for Adult Learners
 Awards available for adult
students
 Outstanding Adult Learner
of the Year Award
 Grace Andrews Award
 Alpha Sigma Lambda
National Honors Society
 Assessment and Testing
services
 College Level Examination
Program (CLEP)
 Prior Learning Assessment
for students with experiential
knowledge
Contact Richard Akers at 570-674-6450

20. Procedures for Inclement Weather
Misericordia University’s Closing Information
• Check your email and e-MU for updates from your facilitator
• Your facilitator will notify you via your Misericordia email of
a make-up date/assignments to compensate for the lost class
time.
Expressway Procedures
Depending on your class location, contact the individual site:
• MU Weather Hotline: 570-674-6311
• LCCC Weather Hotline: 570-740-0314
• NCC Weather Hotline: 570-620-9221 (Option 1)
• LC Weather Hotline: 570-504-7935

21. CACE Staff Contact Information for
Expressway and Adult Learners
CACE Office Phone Number 570-674-1225
Richard Akers
Student Services Coordinator
570-674-6450
Theresa Hollock
Office Manager
570-674-6332
Kevin Feifer
Expressway Student Services
Coordinator 570-674-3021
Donna Dymond
Secretary
570-674-3020
Barbara Leggat
Acting Director
570-674-8144